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The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Hagerstown, MD for 2024

Hagerstown is home to about 44,000 residents, over 14% of whom are seniors and at an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Despite this, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that the number of Alzheimer’s-related deaths has been dropping. While the total number of deaths in Washington County, where Hagerstown is located, went up by 31% between 2016 and 2020, the number of deaths linked to Alzheimer’s went down by 20%. This disease was the cause of death in 4% of incidents in 2020 compared to nearly 7% just 4 years prior.

Residential dementia care is a key component to safety and quality of life after a dementia diagnosis. These facilities have highly trained staff members who implement evidence-based programming to support socialization and engagement, and help residents maintain mobility. Residents live in comfortable private and semiprivate housing and receive housekeeping services, daily meals and personal care services according to individualized care plans.

This guide provides more details on memory care in Hagerstown, including how much care costs and how local rates compare to other options in the state. It also outlines some of the rules memory care facilities follow to promote residents’ safety and comfort.

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Memory Care Facilities in Hagerstown, Maryland

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Hagerstown

Maryland’s Department of Health licenses memory care facilities in Hagerstown and the rest of the state. This department publishes information on the rules facilities must follow, and it has an online complaint form where individuals can file concerns about the quality of care or conditions in local memory care facilities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Hagerstown

  • Hagerstown is a budget-friendly place to live with an overall cost of living that’s about 17% below the national norm and nearly 30 percentage points below the state average. While grocery costs run a little high here, utilities, transportation and housing expenses are below national norms, which may result in more affordable memory care costs.
  • Crime is a little more prevalent in Hagerstown than in the United States as a whole, which, for seniors with memory-related disorders, may make memory care a good alternative to living alone. On a 100-point scale, the city’s violent crime scores 29 and property crime scores 45.2. This is a little higher than the national scores of 22.7 and 35.4, respectively.
  • Hagerstown’s weather is generally pleasant, making the city a favorable option for seniors who enjoy therapeutic activities outdoors. Temperatures range from lows of 22 degrees in the winter to highs of 86 in the summer. Many memory care facilities help residents stay comfortable throughout the year with measures such as personal thermostats and indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities. 
  • Hagerstown is home to Meritus Medical Center, a major medical facility with a state-of-the-art emergency department and a level III trauma center. There are only 188 doctors per capita compared to the national norm of 210, but low health care costs may make the city financially viable for those managing chronic health conditions.
  • Seniors in Maryland don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits, and those aged 65 and over can claim deductions to reduce how much they pay in income taxes for other types of income. This can help them put more money toward local memory care expenses. 
  • The American Lung Association gives the Hagerstown region a passing score for annual particle pollution, an A for 24-hour particle pollution and a B for ozone pollution. The city’s clean air may support the health and comfort of seniors living with chronic conditions, such as asthma and COPD.

Paying for Memory Care in Hagerstown

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

In Hagerstown, memory care communities charge $5,788 per month for housing and services.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Memory care facilities in Hagerstown charge median monthly rates of $5,788. While this is a little higher than the national average of $5,625, it’s nearly $800 below the norm for Maryland. Rates are economical compared to Baltimore, where seniors pay $5,938 per month for care, and Salisbury, where fees average $6,225. In Cumberland, facilities charge $6,560, and across state lines in Chambersburg, PA, rates are several hundred dollars higher than in Hagerstown at $6,029.

Hagerstown

$5,788

Maryland

$6,560

The United States

$5,625

Salisbury

$6,225

Cumberland

$6,560

Baltimore

$5,938

Chambersburg, PA

$6,029

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Memory care is one of the most expensive types of senior care in Hagerstown, with seniors paying $5,788 per month for services. Only nursing home care, which is for those who need around-the-clock medical care and monitoring, is costlier at $10,114. Seniors who live in their own homes and arrange in-home care or home health care services pay $5,148, and seniors without memory impairments pay $4,630 for assisted living. Adult day health care is the most economical option at $2,145.

Memory Care

$5,788

In-Home Care

$5,148

Home Health Care

$5,148

Adult Day Health Care

$2,145

Assisted Living Facility

$4,630

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,114

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Hagerstown

In Hagerstown there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Maryland page.

More ways to pay for memory care in MD

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Maryland page.

Free & Low-Cost Memory Care Resources in Hagerstown

The Hagerstown region has numerous agencies and programs that support seniors and families affected by dementia. Through the following resources, residents can find ways to pay for memory care, connect with educational opportunities and support groups and obtain financial and legal advice. This table also includes information specialists who provide referrals for community-based services.

ResourceContactService
Alzheimer's Association Greater Maryland Chapter(800) 272-3900The Alzheimer’s Association’s Greater Maryland chapter has a range of in-person and virtual education programs that cover topics such as the warning signs of dementia, healthy living and managing dementia-related behaviors. It also oversees early-stage engagement programs and memory cafes throughout the region, and it has a 24/7 helpline.
Washington County Commission on Aging(301) 790-0275The Washington County Commission on Aging is a private nonprofit organization that supports those aged 60 and over through information and referral services, advocacy and social opportunities. It has specialists who screen seniors for eligibility for veterans’ and public benefits that may help them pay for residential memory care services.
Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs(240) 527-6894Maryland’s Department of Veterans Affairs provides free assistance with applying for state and federal veterans’ benefits, such as financial assistance, Aid and Attendance and veterans’ home placement, which may cost less than private-pay memory care services. The department can also help veterans obtain medical services in their community.
Maryland Legal Aid(301) 694-7414Maryland Legal Aid helps seniors and veterans apply for public benefits, which can help them pay for memory care services. It also has legal advisors who specialize in dementia-related issues, such as understanding the state's rules for guardianship and powers of attorney, managing assets and settling consumer debt issues.
Washington County Community Action Council, Inc. (301) 797-4161The local Community Action Council provides information and referral services to help seniors and families affected by dementia access supportive programs in the community. It also operates a mobile program that includes monthly activities and workshops, including Meals & Memories on the fourth Monday of every month.
Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(301) 790-0275Maryland’s long-term care ombudsman program supports the rights and well-being of memory care residents through information and advocacy. The ombudsman visits dementia care facilities throughout the Hagerstown region to ensure a high standard of care for residents and help families with paying for services and escalating complaints of substandard care.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Hagerstown

Hagerstown Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Maryland are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Maryland page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Ruth

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Review of Commonwealth Senior Living at Hagerstown

I am planning to move my sister into Commonwealth Senior Living at Hagerstown for respite care. It was very clean and it had a warm setting. I was there when they were eating lunch, so I didn't see...

Provider response

Dear Ruth, thank you for considering our team to care for your sister! Improving the lives of seniors and their families is our focus and it warms our hearts to know our team has provided the...

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Gary

I visited this facility

Review of Seaton Hagerstown

Seaton Hagerstown seems like the place that we would go to. The other place had a four- to eight-month waiting period, but at Seaton, we probably get in right away. The staff were great. The lady...

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Jacqueline

I visited this facility

Review of Seaton Hagerstown

Seaton Hagerstown was very nice. I liked the fact it had a lot of activities for seniors to do, especially in the memory care, to keep them busy and keep them active. They have arts and crafts and...

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